Course Description: Adobe Photoshop 7.0

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Adobe Photoshop 7.0, one of the most widely used graphic design and image editing software. Students will learn essential tools, techniques, and workflows for creating, editing, and enhancing digital images.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand the Photoshop 7.0 interface and workspace
• Use selection tools to manipulate images effectively
• Work with layers and layer styles for non-destructive editing
• Apply image adjustments like brightness, contrast, and color correction
• Utilize retouching tools (Clone Stamp, Healing Brush) to remove imperfections
• Create and edit text effects
• Use filters and effects for creative enhancements
• Save images in different file formats for print and web

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to Photoshop 7.0

   • Overview of tools and panels
   • Setting up the workspace
   • File formats and resolution

2. Basic Image Editing

   • Cropping, resizing, and rotating images
   • Adjusting brightness, contrast, and levels
   • Color correction and enhancement

3. Selection and Masking Techniques

   • Marquee, Lasso, and Magic Wand tools
   • Quick Mask and Layer Masks

4. Working with Layers

   • Understanding layers and layer organization
   • Blending modes and opacity
   • Applying layer styles and effects

5. Retouching and Photo Restoration

   • Clone Stamp, Healing Brush, and Patch tool
   • Removing blemishes and unwanted objects

6. Text and Typography

   • Adding and modifying text
   • Applying text effects

7. Filters and Special Effects

   • Using blur, sharpen, and distort filters
   • Creating artistic effects

8. Finalizing and Exporting Images

   • Saving images for web and print
   • Understanding different file formats (JPEG, PNG, PSD, TIFF)

Target Audience:

• Beginners who want to learn Photoshop for personal or professional use
• Graphic designers and photographers
• Digital artists and content creators